Donorbox VS Givestar
Donorbox charges 2.95% on every donation. Givestar takes 1.9% + 30p. Both platforms cost nonprofits thousands — $2,950 vs $1,930 on every $100,000 raised.
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Donorbox VS Givestar
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Donorbox and Givestar if you're a nonprofit
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Donorbox and Givestar charge fees on every donation — Zeffy doesn't
Donorbox takes 2.95% and Givestar charges 1.9% plus processing fees on every gift. Zeffy covers all costs, so 100% of what your supporters give goes straight to your cause.
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Your donors give to your mission, not to cover platform costs
Donorbox and Givestar pass fees to your donors or your budget. Zeffy never charges your nonprofit or your supporters, so giving stays simple and transparent.
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Run donations, events, and raffles in one place without paying for it
Donorbox locks key tools behind paid plans and Givestar requires upgrades for raffles and events. Zeffy gives you everything upfront with zero fees, so you can launch your first campaign today.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zeffy actually cost compared to all-in-one fundraising platforms?
Zeffy is 100% free with zero platform fees, processing fees, or monthly costs. Donorbox charges 2.95% per donation plus processing fees, while Givestar takes 1.9% plus card fees. On $10,000 raised, you'd lose $295+ to Donorbox or $190+ to Givestar, but keep everything with Zeffy.
Can I run all my fundraising activities in one place without upgrading to paid plans?
Yes. Zeffy gives you donation forms, event ticketing, auctions, raffles, peer-to-peer campaigns, and donor CRM tools right away. Both Donorbox and Givestar lock key features like ticketing and peer-to-peer behind paid plans, forcing you to upgrade or use multiple tools.
What kind of support can I expect when I need help during a campaign?
Zeffy offers unlimited live chat, email, and phone support from real people who understand nonprofits. Donorbox provides email-only support with 24-48 hour wait times, while Givestar's support access and response times are unclear with no dedicated nonprofit team.
Can I manage all my fundraising activities without switching between multiple platforms?
Yes. Zeffy gives you donations, events, auctions, raffles, memberships, and donor management in one place with zero fees. Donorbox and Givestar require paid plans for most features, forcing you to juggle multiple tools or pay monthly fees to access everything you need.
Will my donors have to pay extra fees when they give?
No. Zeffy never charges your donors processing fees. Donorbox takes 2.95% plus card fees from every gift, while Givestar charges 1.9% plus processing costs. With Zeffy, donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution, but 100% of their intended donation goes to your cause.
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As a startup nonprofit with only two members, and no funding (yet) we’d need something with low (or no) fees. Zeffy was a dream come true.
Masey, Loose Ends.
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